2014 Senate Bill 996

Require “reasonable efforts” to keep siblings together in foster care

Introduced in the Senate

June 12, 2014

Introduced by Sen. Rick Jones (R-24)

To require child welfare authorities to make “reasonable efforts” to keep siblings together in foster care placements, and if this can’t be done, to provide for frequent sibling visitation, unless these things would be contrary to the safety or well-being of any of the siblings.

Referred to the Committee on Families, Seniors, and Human Services

Oct. 1, 2014

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 3, 2014

Amendment offered

The amendment passed by voice vote

Dec. 4, 2014

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

Dec. 4, 2014

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary